Arroyo Eucalyptus, 2023, oil on linen panel, 6 x 8 in. / 15.24 x 20.32 cm.

Arroyo Eucalyptus, Kathleen Swaydan, 2023, oil on linen panel, 6 x 8 in. / 15.24 x 20.32 cm.

The Upper Arroyo, above Pasadena, CA is an amazing place filled with wildlife, wildflowers and beautiful vistas. I walk through this area at least once a week and have used its inspirational views for many of my paintings.